If you have a question we haven’t thought of here, please let us help. Recital can be overwhelming even if it isn’t your first one. Please let your teacher know if you have any recital questions.
What is the Recital?
All dancers participate in our end of the year Spring Recital. The recital offers our students a professionally directed performance that allows them a chance to shine onstage and share what they have learned over the year!
When & Where?
May 16 & 17, 2025 This year our recital will be at the Morris Are HS Auditorium
*Changes to the performance time may still happen
Friday: 6:30pm
Saturday: 3:30pm
When do I need to arrive?
Friday Tentative:
Arrive and be ready at 6:00. Doors open for guests at 6:10pm.
Saturday Tentative:
Arrive and be ready at 3:00. Doors open for guests at 3:10pm.
How long is the recital?
The show averages 1 hour and 30 minutes (including an intermission).
Does my dancer wear a costume?
Yes! Dancers are required to purchase recital costume per class and have the appropriate color and style of shoes.
How do we order our recital costume(s)?
Costumes are ordered during costume week (in January) the first week back from Winter Break. Costume fees are non-refundable and costumes cannot be returned or exchanged for different sizes.
Is there a Dress Rehearsal?
It is critical for the confidence of our dancers onstage that we do a trial run. This shows the dancers how to cope with little mishaps that can happen in a stage environment when you add nervousness, spotlights, and costumes! We run into all of these in rehearsal so that in the show, dancers know just what to do to keep the production going with a smile. The rehearsals are held the week before recital weekend at the Theatre. This is a closed rehearsal.
Do I need tickets to the show?
Yes. Recital tickets are $15 per seat.
Who cares for my child backstage?
The moms of our studio volunteer each year to assist in coordinating backstage. There is one adult for every 10 children. In the case that there are more than 10 kids, there are 2 volunteers. The backstage area is supervised for the duration of the show, and children do not go in and out of it. If you would like to volunteer please watch for our volunteer sign-up in February. Volunteer moms DO get to watch their dancer on stage (from backstage) and do not need to purchase a show ticket. DO NOT leave the backstage area.
What is there for them to do?
It can seem like a long wait for an excited dancer backstage. For that reason we give our volunteer moms a few tools to keep the kids entertained. There are toys and games for the kids. When it is their turn to dance they are called, and their volunteer walks them to the stage and back safely. Dancers will remain backstage during the short 15-min intermission.
Can I videotape the performance?
This is an important memory, one you will always cherish. For that reason, we hire a professional videographer to film all shows. Phone and flash photography can be a distraction to our dancers. We ask all audience members to refrain from taking pictures or filming for the safety of our dancers and the enjoyment of the other members of the audience.
Will we receive pictures in costume?
Yes! Each year, we coordinate a professional photo shoot (with Jennifer Pederson Photography) at the studio for our dancers. Our professional photographer and team will make sure you get beautiful, high quality pictures in dance poses. A range of packages are available for purchase. Remember, even if you don’t want to purchase photos, each class takes a group photo for the recital souvenir program.
Do we have to wear make-up?
We believe that parents should be able to decide what is appropriate for their dancer based on their parenting style. That said please be warned that dancers without any makeup on will appear washed out under stage lighting. Footlights and spotlights are bright and the best way to look natural under them is to rely on a little makeup. We recommend at least a warm blush and red lipstick. If your dancer is very young, keep in mind the Recital is a once a year event, and feels a lot to your dancer like playing dress up
Nail polish and other extras?
Please make sure to take off any jewelry not related to your costume (earrings, bracelet, anklets, etc.) Also remove any colorful nail polish (this is suggested for pictures also!)
What type of hairstyle do we do?
Recreational classes: We do not require any specific hairstyle, however please wear any hairpiece or accessory that is included with your costume. Many dancers will curl their hair, high pony tail.
Ballet classes: Ballet bun